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Bearsden

Bearsden is an affluent suburb of Glasgow and is situated approximately 6 miles north west of the city centre. The Roman Antonine Wall ran through Bearsden and the well-preserved remains of a military bath house can be seen near the town centre.

Bearsden started out as a small hamlet in the 17th century, but grew in the 19th century as wealthy Glasgow businessmen moved to the city's periphery and a wide selection of Victorian architecture can be seen, such as the former Schaw Convalescent Home.

Kilmardinny Loch Nature Reserve is a wildlife haven hidden within Bearsden, which boasts a loch and woodlands. The Loch is the site of several sculptures of The Gruffalo, placed in honour of author Julia Donaldson who lives in Bearsden.

The town has five golf course, including The Glasgow Golf Club, which is one of the world's oldest having been founded in 1787, and Windyhill Golf Club, home to LPGA Tour star Janice Moodie.

The town has a yearly Highland Games held in partnership with nearby Milngavie. The town centre is known as Bearsden Cross where there is a good selection of eateries and independent shops. The town also has its own leisure centre.

Bearsden has a train station with frequent services to Glasgow city centre.